Walnut Linzer Cookies

by SandraWidick // December 14, 2020 // Comments off

Linzer cookies are my favorite cookies for Christmas. They are so pretty and delicious that you will want to eat them all. I have some recipes for Linzer cookies here on my blog but I am always trying to come... Continue reading →

Grapefruit Bundt Cake

by SandraWidick // December 11, 2020 // Comments off

Christmas is just around the corner and one of the things I love the most is to host this holiday in my home. This year will be a little different but I will make sure to have a great dessert... Continue reading →

Snowball Cookies

by SandraWidick // December 4, 2020 // Comments off

Perfect cookies for a cookie swap or gift boxes. These treats are made with toasted pecans, vanilla, flour, powdered sugar and butter. Yes, just 5 ingredients! These cookies can have different names: snowball cookies, Russian tea cakes or Mexican wedding... Continue reading →

No Bake Oreo Mini Cheesecakes

by SandraWidick // July 10, 2020 // Comments off

Happy Friday!! Here is a fun and no bake cheesecake recipe using an old time favorite cookie: OREO!! It’s too hot here in California that using my oven right now is not a good idea if having my A/C on... Continue reading →

Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

by SandraWidick // July 9, 2020 // Comments off

I’ve always been the kind of person who likes eating cookies. I think it’s my mom’s fault because she always had cookies at home when I was a kid. We really didn’t have chocolate chip cookies in Peru back in... Continue reading →

Black Forest Cake

by SandraWidick // June 10, 2020 // Comments off

Black Forest Cake is a chocolate cake originally from Germany. It is usually a 3 layer cake filled with a tasty cherry filling frosted with a vanilla cream frosting. If you want your cake to have a nice cherry flavor,... Continue reading →

Pantry Cookies

by SandraWidick // May 29, 2020 // Comments off

I always have snacks at home like dried fruit, nuts and chips. Also, because of my baking I have different kinds of chocolate chips and chunks. Today, I decided to show you how to bake one of my favorite treats... Continue reading →

Healthier Tea Cake

by SandraWidick // April 21, 2020 // Comments off

I love eating cake with my cup of tea. This is a great option if you want to use dried fruit and nuts. This recipe does not use any kind of fat (butter or oil), I’m using apple sauce instead.... Continue reading →

Sigh of Lima (Suspiro Limeno)

by SandraWidick // March 13, 2020 // Comments off

This Peruvian dessert is one of the most popular specially during the holidays like Easter. The base is a creamy mixture made with sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk and eggs. It’s topped with a delicious meringue that you can add... Continue reading →

Iced Oatmeal Cookies

by SandraWidick // February 18, 2020 // Comments off

Hi friends! I’m back from my trip to Peru and this is my first post for February. My trip was fine, super busy with my family and friends. I’m still trying to catch up with things at home but I... Continue reading →

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